Monsters, Chimeras, and Aliens in Medieval Art

Symbols, images, and signs of medieval art have interested researchers from around the world for several decades. This book tells in a popular and engaging manner about one of the most vivid periods in the history of European art, its roots, artistic features, as well as cultural, social, and historical contexts. Don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in a world where reality and fantasy intertwine, and symbolism and meanings hide behind every mysterious creature!
It is a fascinating study of the Middle Ages! "Monsters, Chimeras, and Aliens in Medieval Art" is a true treasure for all lovers of art and history. The author of the book, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Economics and talented art historian Veronika Saltykova, invites us to dive into the world of unique engravings and images that are filled with terrifying and mysterious figures of that time. How many heads does the Antichrist have? Can the Sphinx be tamed? Why are monsters born? Discover the answers to these and many other questions by embarking on a true journey into the past and uncovering the magic and mysteries of the Middle Ages!